Joe’s legacy built for today’s riders. The Lighting received major updates to evolve the iconic model into a more refined trail machine. Utilizing seamless, double-butted chromoly D’Fusion tubing, new Breeze Thru-axle rear dropouts and Boost 148 rear hub spacing, the new Lighting frame will confirm that steel is the perfect material to build a light, lively and durable frame. Short 438mm chainstays provide ample tire clearance for 27.5-Plus or 29-inch tires. A redesigned geometry based on a 120mm travel fork and longer, slacker front triangle provide stability and confidence at high speed and technical descents, while still keeping the fun factor at 11. Ride the Lightning and you’ll experience what comes from having 40 years of mountain bike building know-how.

A true legacy of Joe Breeze, the Lightning represents the very best in traditional steel-construction crafted together with modern features. The updated frame utilizes a progressive geometry designed to take advantage of longer 120mm-travel forks and stronger Boost-148 wheel spacing. The Lightning is the perfect ride for dedicated hardtail riders wanting a bike that can handle anything the trail throws at them.